Welcome to the ADBA website

ADBA is the trade association for the anaerobic digestion (AD) industry in the UK and companies and organisations working on novel technologies and processes that compliment the anaerobic digestion process and products. With our members we promote the economic and environmental benefits of AD in the UK.

Anaerobic digestion is the simple, natural breakdown of organic matter into biogas (carbon dioxide and methane) and organic fertiliser called digestate. It is a similar process to that which takes place in the stomach of a cow.

Why join ADBA?

Supply Chain – ADBA is where our industry meets to share ideas, learn best practice – and do business. Being a member of ADBA means you are part of the entire AD community, to build relationships and business partnerships.

Operators – At ADBA we know that our industry is new – and ever-changing. ADBA members can rest assured that they have access to the latest technical information, interpretation of regulations and personal advice from our expert team. Being a member means you can access the knowledge and experience of the whole market.

Events

We run a range of events throughout the year to increase awareness of the anaerobic digestion industry and bring the industry together. From our trade show in July, which brings together over 3,500 visitors and more than 200 exhibitors, to our intimate working groups we offer great events all year round.

Parliamentary Engagement

MPs tend to only be interested in matters which either fall within their direct policy remit or that affect their constituency – this makes member-led engagement vitally important in providing the foot through the door that will enable all of us to make a compelling case for AD’s role within a thriving green economy.

70% of AD plants and suppliers are represented by Conservative MPs and so we must remain mindful in our engagement with political representatives of the government’s current priorities - reducing the deficit, creating jobs and improving the cost-effectiveness of public spending. They key is ensuring that these MPs understand the full ROI offered by AD, and how recent policy decisions threaten your contribution to the local economy and job creation within their constituencies.

Contact your MP:

Please enter your home/office/plant postcodes into this website to learn which constituency Members of Parliament represent you.

When inviting your MP to visit your plant or site, use this MP briefing as a guide to our industry, including: current return on investment; the barriers preventing growth; and the huge contribution that AD could make with government support to reach its potential.

And remember - keep us updated so that we can support and follow up on your lobbying efforts with policy briefings and publicity.